Mr MO Posted September 4, 2020 Report Share Posted September 4, 2020 28 minutes ago, CityBoyz said: Atkinson still hasn’t even announced his signing on social still has City as his club in his bio Everything is pretty much put on hold with CBA not being agreed yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moops Posted September 4, 2020 Report Share Posted September 4, 2020 Would be a blow to loose him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted September 5, 2020 Report Share Posted September 5, 2020 On 04/09/2020 at 4:42 PM, fensaddler said: Take from this that it may not be over. Looked to me like Perth tried to bounce it, and I suspect the player sees the world differently to February. So much is in flux that this could all change again. Right now the move to Perth looks bonkers. They're in turmoil, haven't paid their players, barely turned up for the post lockdown season, and don't have a manager. Why would you leave one of the two clubs paying wages consistently, where you're a regular pick, performing well, a terrace hero, and who have just been edged in the GF? And your former youth team manager, who rates you, has just taken over. Not over until the fat lady warbles I reckon... Yeah, we may have a small chance of keeping him perhaps. fingers crossed. Right now he must feel a goose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 Ok, so he’s back. A bit of discussion on Talking City about it. My take is he played some of his best football after signing for Perth, which really showed his professionalism. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 We don't know the detail of what he may have signed - it may have been a conditional agreement that Perth were no longer able to meet. Also, even if City players have been asked to take a 10% pay cut, Atkinson may have had an increase coming anyway, and even with the cut he is on more than he was last season. We don't know and don't need to. The important thing is that he's a fan favourite, a damned good player and he's staying. It's what we need as a club - something to believe in. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted September 27, 2020 Report Share Posted September 27, 2020 8 hours ago, jw1739 said: We don't know and don't need to. The important thing is that he's a fan favourite, a damned good player and he's staying. It's what we need as a club - something to believe in. I don't buy that opinion. He walked, got there and realized he was worse off and then was lucky to come back. Both decisions indicate he wasn't willing to suck it up and work to get what he wanted. Next time things get tough what is he going to do? His last 10 games were exceptional and we are a better team with him starting, but to me personally now its time for him to prove himself and make sure his next move is for the right reasons not the easiest. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neio Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 I cant believe it but it took Archie Thompson on the telecast last night to point out how good Atkinson is and has been. Since he has come back and been fully fit his link up with Nabbout on the right is unstoppable, and he knows this inverted system so much better than when Garuccio or Galloway was playing RB. Many people (fox mainly) all jerk over Tate Russell should be the olyroos RB, but it's not even close. Atkinson is in top 3 or 4 RB in league, and should be the first fullback picked in the plane to Tokyo 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rass Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Massive difference when you have a player like Nabbout in front of you. He can join in the attack when needed and just do his role, which he has been doing brilliantly. Last year, he was trying too hard at times because he had to do both his and Wales's role at the same time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) Tassie boy from Launceston. Academy product. He's on fire. I'm afraid he could be an overseas transfer target soon if he keeps this up. Edited March 13, 2021 by jw1739 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 3 hours ago, jw1739 said: Tassie boy from Launceston. Academy product. He's on fire. I'm afraid he could be an overseas transfer target soon if he keeps this up. Needs to work on his crossing would be my only criticism - still hit and miss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 1 hour ago, Mr MO said: Needs to work on his crossing would be my only criticism - still hit and miss. He can also be a little bit weak on the ball and get pushed off the ball easily at times. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 thought his defending in the first 20 mins was horrible, struggled against their bulky lachie Wales Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 Any update? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 10 minutes ago, jw1739 said: Any update? He's dead 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 45 minutes ago, kingofhearts said: He's dead Not what I heard. Leg was amputated though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 1 hour ago, kingofhearts said: He's dead Norwegian Blue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 It is poor that they can never be stuffed updating their supporters. It’s not like the opposition haven’t figured out he’s not playing next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 2 hours ago, fensaddler said: Norwegian Blue? No, they stun easily. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 He'll be back the game after next. I reckon it's just a tweak. When he gets injured he always acts if he's been shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommykins Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 I mean, last time I remember Atkinson in that much distress he'd torn his ankle ligaments and missed yonks, so I'm not quite sure of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 38 minutes ago, Tommykins said: I mean, last time I remember Atkinson in that much distress he'd torn his ankle ligaments and missed yonks, so I'm not quite sure of that. Think that was 2-3 weeks from memory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted April 7, 2021 Report Share Posted April 7, 2021 9 minutes ago, haz said: Think that was 2-3 weeks from memory. I remember the injury as it happened right in front of me. He certainly returned quicker than anticipated but not sure if it was 2 to 3 weeks. https://www.ftbl.com.au/news/city-confirm-extent-of-atkinson-injury-481583 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 4 hours ago, Mr MO said: I remember the injury as it happened right in front of me. He certainly returned quicker than anticipated but not sure if it was 2 to 3 weeks. https://www.ftbl.com.au/news/city-confirm-extent-of-atkinson-injury-481583 He was back in action on 24th February 2018 after an injury that that article said could be 6-12 months... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Hack Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 High grade hamstring out 2-3 months according to City Twitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 (edited) https://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/news/injury-update-nathaniel-atkinson Two to three months unfortunately. A big blow to him and the team. Edited April 8, 2021 by Harrison 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 ahhh that's fucked honestly didn't realise hamstring injuries could be that bad tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 Sad face Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baka1 Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 10 hours ago, haz said: He'll be back the game after next. I reckon it's just a tweak. When he gets injured he always acts if he's been shot. This aged well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 Arse and feck. End of his season I guess. Might be back for the Olyroos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neio Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 Massive loss, he could be our most important player in attack as he frees up space for Nabbout. Opportunities now for Garuccio and Galloway to see if they can step up, and probably a slight tweak in how we play 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 This means more Scott Galloway... Oh no Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 Shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 (edited) Injury replacement?? The window opens soon, would be crazy not to - his season is over. Edited April 8, 2021 by Mr MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 It'll almost certainly rule out his Olyroos Olympic selection, even if he's back training, he won't be match fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 2 hours ago, kingofhearts said: This means more Scott Galloway... Oh no Please. Galloway would have to be the best “understudy” right back in the league. He’d be starting just about everywhere. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 3 hours ago, Nate said: ahhh that's fucked honestly didn't realise hamstring injuries could be that bad tbh But like you on that. 3 weeks minimum, 6 a difficult one, rare cases say 9 weeks- or so I thought. Poor bastard, he’s been having a wonderful season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 13 hours ago, Baka1 said: This aged well His ankle injury was 6-12 months. He'll be back in two weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommykins Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 10 hours ago, Shahanga said: Please. Galloway would have to be the best “understudy” right back in the league. He’d be starting just about everywhere. Yeah Galloway and Garrucio could nearly both be the best understudy at either fullback position. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 5 minutes ago, Shahanga said: Please. Galloway would have to be the best “understudy” right back in the league. He’d be starting just about everywhere. We're very lucky to have the sort of cover in both full back positions that would walk into many teams in this league. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, Tommykins said: Yeah Galloway and Garrucio could nearly both be the best understudy at either fullback position. Many don’t see it that way as both do not have the same attacking quality and impulses as Atkinson. He really gave the team another dimension. Both are worthy fullbacks for this league but we might have lost our edge a little. Personally I like Galloway more for the RB position. Gooch isn’t a natural right side player. Edited April 8, 2021 by Mr MO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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